Radio Ninesprings

Data from the weather centre at RNAS Yeovilton shows rainfall in Somerset was almost double the average for January. A disabled man is taking Somerset Council to the High Court, claiming its council tax reduction scheme is discriminatory. Ferne Animal Sanctuary near Chard is seeking urgent support to replenish its stocks of hay... and more

Somerset Council has warned that more homes are likely to flood with further heavy rain forecast to end the week. Discount retailer, The Original Factory Shop, which has an outlet in Crewkerne, has gone into administration. A Barista at Costa Coffee in Ilminster has won a place in the finals of a national competition...and more

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance has announced plans to develop a new operational base on the Leonardo airfield in Yeovil. Several people have been rescued from their homes in Ilminster due to flooding. An £800,000 project is underway to restore two staircases at Montecute House...and more

Monday 2nd to Sunday 8th February 2026

A major incident has been called in Somerset as agencies step up their response to Storm Chandra. Local agencies and emergency services are working together following heavy rain and extensive flooding.

NHS Somerset says major changes to the delivery of stroke services at Yeovil Hospital will take effect in the Spring of this year.

Monday 26th January to Sunday 1st February 2026